You can make a determination of a situation by asking yourself this question: Are the police, fire, or paramedic assistance needed right now to protect life or property? If yes, then immediately Dial 9-1-1 and advise the emergency service operator of what has or is about to happen.

Depending on how large the incoming case load is, it takes approx. 1 week sometimes more before the C.I.D. Lt. receives your case to assign it to an Investigator. Therefore after a week you can call the C.I.D. Lt. @ 817-579-3318 and check on the status of your case. Criminal Investigations

To receive a copy of your report you need to contact the records division at the Sheriff’s Office. After you have filled out and signed an Open Records Request you can obtain a copy of your report, if it meets the law requirements of release. Criminal Investigations

There is no certain time limit. If the person has been gone for an unreasonable amount of time, then you can report them as missing. This could be 5 minutes for a young child or up to a month for a responsible adult. Criminal Investigations

If you are a victim of a crime or if you are not sure please call 817-579-3307 and ask for a Patrol Deputy to come by your house or he/she can call you on the phone to answer your questions and/or help you file a report. You can also drop by the office and file a report in person. Criminal Investigations